# Where to watch A Private War (2018) in the UK

> A Private War (2018) is available to watch free in the UK on Rakuten TV. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, BFI Player, YouTube, and JustWatch TV or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 6 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2018  
**Runtime:** 106 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.8/10  
**Genres:** Drama, War  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 6 May 2026 (2026-05-06T01:13:00.729Z)  

## Synopsis

One of the most celebrated war correspondents of our time, Marie Colvin is an utterly fearless and rebellious spirit, driven to the frontlines of conflicts across the globe to give voice to the voiceless.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=A%20Private%20War)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=A%20Private%20War)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=A%20Private%20War)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=A%20Private%20War&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=A%20Private%20War&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=A%20Private%20War)
- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/475132-a-private-war/watch?locale=GB)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=A%20Private%20War+film)
- [JustWatch TV](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/475132-a-private-war/watch?locale=GB)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=A%20Private%20War)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=A%20Private%20War)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=A%20Private%20War&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=A%20Private%20War&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=A%20Private%20War)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=A%20Private%20War+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch A Private War for free in the UK?**

A Private War (2018) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Rakuten TV in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent A Private War?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, BFI Player, YouTube, and JustWatch TV so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of A Private War?**

Yes. A Private War can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is A Private War on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

A Private War is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/475132/a-private-war-2018
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/pAh6uDR9bBznybiJCVYZNJmjg63.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/475132/a-private-war-2018.json

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